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UK Green Stats @ukgreenstats.bsky.social · 2h

Yesterday, the Greens were celebrating 87,000 members.

Today, they have skyrocketed 93,000 members, making this most likely the fastest growth the party has ever seen before in terms of membership figures.

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The Green Party of England & Wales @greenparty.org.uk · 16h

The Green surge continues ... We’ve just passed 90,000 members! 💚

People everywhere are joining the movement for real change.

Want hope to be normal again? Join the Green Party today ↩️

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Carla Denyer @carladenyer.bsky.social · 1d

Grim that Kemi Badenoch hits the airwaves and defends Jenrick's words objecting to 'not seeing another white face' during his Birmingham visit. His hard-right dogwhistle comments are divisive and wrong and make him unfit to be Shadow Justice Secretary www.theguardian.com/politics/liv...

Jenrick accused of racism over ‘no white faces’ comments as he also claims ‘collapse of old order is in sight’ – UK politics live

Labour mayor of the West Midlands says Jenrick’s comments about Handsworth were racist

www.theguardian.com

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The Green Party of England & Wales @greenparty.org.uk · 1d

Two years on, we remember the horrific events of 7 October.

We call today, and every day, for an end to the violence.

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Bristol Green Party @bristolgreenparty.bsky.social · 2d

A statement about the Peacehaven mosque attack from @cllremmaedwards.bsky.social on behalf of Bristol's Green Party Councillors:

Statement about Peacehaven mosque attack from Cllr Emma Edwards on behalf of Bristol's Green Party
Councillors
We are deeply upset to hear about the horrific firebomb attack on their mosque in Peacehaven this weekend and stand in solidarity with the Muslim community there. Also recognising that this affects all Muslim communities in the UK and here in Bristol, at a time when hate crime is on the rise.
This was not merely a "hate crime" - it was an act of terrorism.
Any attack targeting a place of worship and the innocent people within it is designed to instil fear, divide communities, and undermine the very values we hold dear in Britain.
The refusal by authorities to call this what it is — terrorism - reflects a dangerous double standard. When the victims are Muslim, the language changes, the outrage softens, and justice feels conditional. That must end.
Islamophobia is not an isolated prejudice; it is a threat to the fabric of our society. We must confront it with honesty, policy, and solidarity — not silence.
As Greens, we stand with all those who reject hate and work for peace, truth, and equality. No one should ever fear for their life while praying.

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Rob Bryher @robbryher.bsky.social · 2d

I'm really glad that the Green Party have caught up with the Labour Party on their excellent "No Landlordism" platform...of 1902. #gpconf

Old photo and manifesto of Keir Hardie, Labour's first MP, who stood on a platform of "No Landlordism".

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Serena Ralston @serenaralston.bsky.social · 4d

fantastic turn out today on Bournemouth beach for Red Line for #Palestine show of unity at @greenparty.org.uk conference

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Patrick McAllister 🌱 @patdbmcallister.bsky.social · 4d

"the number of Greens across Great Britain - around 91,000 - is around 50% more than the membership of the Lib Dems"

Now is the perfect time to click join.greenparty.org.uk and help us get to 100,000!

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Carla Denyer @carladenyer.bsky.social · 5d

Today I've joined parliamentarians from across the political spectrum in calling on Kemi Badenoch to rethink her dangerous position on the climate and net zero - a position which puts Britain's economic strength, national security, and environmental leadership at risk.

Screenshot of a letter to Kemi Badenoch, the full text is linked in the subsequent post

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The Green Party of England & Wales @greenparty.org.uk · 5d

"We will break the shackles of poverty and hardship that lock so many in. We will end rip-off Britain." - @zackpolanski.bsky.social

"We have a vision for this place we call home. Boldness

means connecting with how hard it is right now for so many

people. It means listening, not just finger pointing.

It means presenting a positive vision not just of the future

but what we can all do right now."

ZACK POLANSKI

GREEN PARTY LEADER

GREEN PARTY CONFERENCE

BOURNEMOUTH

3-5 OCTOBER 2025

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Bristol Green Party @bristolgreenparty.bsky.social · 5d

Ten years ago Bristol's Green Party councillors sent a message: refugees are welcome here.

A decade on, Bristol's Green councillors and MP want to repeat our message: #Bristol is a City of Sanctuary. Refugees are welcome here.

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Carla Denyer @carladenyer.bsky.social · 6d

I am alarmed and upset by this emerging news of attacks at a synagogue on Yom Kippur.

The rise in religious hate crimes in this country is totally unacceptable - there is no excuse for antisemitism and no excuse for violence.

www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/cx...

Manchester synagogue: Four people injured in car and stabbing attack at Manchester synagogue - suspect shot by police

Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham says it's believed the suspect is dead, and that the immediate danger appears to be over.

www.bbc.co.uk

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Carla Denyer @carladenyer.bsky.social · 7d

A large group of MPs drew the Foreign Secretary's attention to attacks on the #GlobalSumudFlotilla 6 days ago...

Bell Ribeiro-Addy MP @bellribeiroaddy.bsky.social · 13d

84 MPs & Peers have written to the Foreign Secretary today, highlighting attacks on the Global Sumud Flotilla as it sails to deliver aid to Gaza.

We urge the Government to condemn these attacks and make it clear to Israeli counterparts that no harm must come to these humanitarians.

A formal letter on UK Parliament letterhead addressed to The Rt Hon Yvette Cooper MP, Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, dated 25 September 2025. It is signed by Bell Ribeiro-Addy MP, Labour MP for Clapham & Brixton Hill. The letter expresses concern for the safety of British citizens participating in the Global Sumud Flotilla aid mission to Gaza, referencing past Israeli interceptions of aid missions, recent drone attacks on vessels, and social media posts suggesting links to Hamas. It urges the Foreign Secretary to ensure that the UK strongly communicates to Israel that no harm must come to the flotilla or the British citizens onboard.

Full text on Bell's website: https://bellribeiroaddy.com/global-sumud-flotilla-letter-urging-the-government-to-protect-humanitarians/

A plain page listing the names of over 80 signatories, including MPs, peers, and public figures, such as Diane Abbott MP, Jeremy Corbyn MP, John McDonnell MP, Zarah Sultana MP, and others, showing broad political support for the letter.

Full text on Bell's website: https://bellribeiroaddy.com/global-sumud-flotilla-letter-urging-the-government-to-protect-humanitarians/

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Mothin Ali @mothinali.bsky.social · 7d

I've just been talking to pasangers on #GlobalSumudFilotilla
3 ships have been intercepted

Israeli officials have threatened to detain and charge with terrorism offences
Previous passengers claim that Israeli officials have tortured detainees
Our government must act now. Platitudes are not enough!

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The Green Party of England & Wales @greenparty.org.uk · 7d

On this most important day in the Jewish year, we confirm our support of the Jewish community and recognise their integral contribution to our society.

REAL HOPE. REAL CHANGE.
YOM KIPPUR
Wishing you well
over the fast
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Carla Denyer @carladenyer.bsky.social · 7d

Good. This is an important victory.

It's a stain on our democracy for Michelle Mone to remain in the House of Lords. But it's even more important that the Tory ministers who set up the corrupt PPE VIP lane in the first place are properly and fully held to account for the scandal

The Independent @the-independent.com · 7d

BREAKING | Company linked to Michelle Mone ordered to repay government £122m over Covid PPE

Company linked to Michelle Mone ordered to repay government £122m over Covid PPE

www.independent.co.uk

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The Green Party of England & Wales @greenparty.org.uk · 7d

We've said it before and we'll say it again: poverty is a political choice.

The two-child benefit cap is a political choice. Cutting disability benefits is a political choice. Cutting winter fuel payments is a political choice.

We can make different choices.

REAL HOPE. REAL CHANGE.
POVERTY IS A POLITICAL CHOICE
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Rob Bryher @robbryher.bsky.social · 8d

I don't want to build Starmer's Britain: afraid, capital-obsessed and centralised.

I want to grow our movement: bold, people-orientated and localised.

Join.greenparty.org.uk

Join the Green Party

Join the Green Party from just £6 a year. Become a member today - join the only party standing up for people and planet.

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Cara Lavan @caralavan.bsky.social · 8d

I'm really worried by the rise in the number of racist attacks in & around Bristol. School children are even being verbally and physically abused by adults. This is what happens when your government choose to go along with far right narratives rather than challenge them. We must stand up to racism.

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Patrick McAllister 🌱 @patdbmcallister.bsky.social · 8d

As @zackpolanski.bsky.social said, the Greens are here to replace Labour.

“By electing more Green MPs, Bristol will instead finally have voices in parliament that will truly represent Bristol.”

Poll predicts Greens winning three MP seats in Bristol

The party currently has one MP in our city as well as control of Bristol City Council

www.bristol247.com

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Bristol Green Party @bristolgreenparty.bsky.social · 8d

“We now have 80,000 members across the country, and our brilliant MPs, including @carladenyer.bsky.social in Bristol Central, are showing what Greens in parliament can achieve.”

👉 join.greenparty.org.uk

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Bristol Green Party @bristolgreenparty.bsky.social · 8d

”As the new leader of the Green Party @zackpolanski.bsky.social has made clear, the Greens are here to replace Labour.

“Here in #Bristol, this poll shows us doing just that. People are crying out for positive change.”

Poll predicts Greens winning three MP seats in Bristol

The party currently has one MP in our city as well as control of Bristol City Council

www.bristol247.com

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Zack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · 12d

Starmer says past governments have been "squeamish" talking about immigration. Bullshit.

Starmer isn't bravely breaking a taboo. He's blaming vulnerable people & deflecting attention from the super rich who hoard power & wealth.

Want something better? join.greenparty.org.uk

Pm says Britain has been squeamish about illegal immigration.

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Bristol Green Party @bristolgreenparty.bsky.social · 14d

“Green councillor @greencamhayward.bsky.social said: “I think it’s a brilliant proposal. It’s not just about supporting venues but artists as well.

“I have friends who play gigs and they also have other jobs. It’s giving them the platform they need to build their career.””

Gig levy to help Bristol's grassroots music venues survive

A 1% levy could be charged on every gig ticket in Bristol to raise money which would be reinvested into the city's music scene

www.bristol247.com

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Ed Plowden @edplowden.bsky.social · 14d

I am really pleased to support this campaign and to be a joint signatory with @carla_denyer .

Carla Denyer @carladenyer.bsky.social · 15d

No-one should have to choose between getting the bus to vital appointments, and paying for other essentials like phone credit, clothing or legal documents. Along with @edplowden.bsky.social I've written to @mayorhelengodwin.bsky.social to call for free bus travel for asylum seekers.

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